Hailee Steinfeld On Chris Benz's Spring Presentation

The actress takes in the designer's latest collection and snags herself some prized NYFW swag.

I recently discovered Chris Benz (thanks to Mr. Andrew Bevan), and I totally fell in love with his work. I was so excited to be attending his presentation, where he would also be dressing me!

My fitting took place at his super rad showroom. It was so cool — I could live there! His workroom is exactly how I would want mine to look, if I randomly decided to become a fashion designer. There was a huge inspiration board that covered the entire wall. On it were fabrics, photos, feathers, and sketches. There was a picture of a fried egg that caught my eye. It wasn't until I saw the presentation that I knew what it meant.

Chris's presentation was cool, just like the designer himself. You could not miss him with his bubblegum pink hair. (By the way, if you see me with pink hair, you'll know who I got the idea from.) He was surrounded by photographers that were snapping photos of him with Kelly Osbourne, Joan and Melissa Rivers, Susan Sarandon, Paula Abdul, and Vanessa Williams.

The models stood like mannequins on wood crates lined up against a draped wall. Some dressed in bright colors with bold patterns and others were in pale pinks, yellows, and creams with lace overlays. I loved the shoes and handbags! As we made our way out, we were given a gift bag stuffed with hot pink tissue paper. Inside was a president Barbie designed by Chris himself. This definitely got my vote for best gift of the week!